Animal Rights

Colorado Reignites Socially Conscious Animal Sheltering Debate
In The States
Colorado Reignites Socially Conscious Animal Sheltering Debate
2021-03-23 19:01:31
by Sara Wilkerson

DENVER - A bill that would establish standards of care for every dog and cat housed in an animal shelter or rescue facility in the state passed a crucial test in the Colorado legislature this week. HB1160, known as the... Read More

Hastings, Buchanan Revive Bipartisan Quest to End Animal Testing
Animal Rights
Hastings, Buchanan Revive Bipartisan Quest to End Animal Testing
2021-03-12 18:37:15
by TWN Staff

WASHINGTON – Reps. Alcee Hastings, D-Fla., and Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., are reviving their quest to establish a National Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research and Testing and ultimately curtailing the use of animals in federally funded research.  Their bill, the Humane... Read More

NY Mayor Bans Sale of Foie Gras, Limits Central Park Horse Carriage Operation
Animal Rights
NY Mayor Bans Sale of Foie Gras, Limits Central Park Horse Carriage Operation
2019-11-26 22:51:37
by NY Mayor Bans Sale of Foie Gras, Limits Central Park Horse Carriage Operation

NEW YORK — Mayor de Blasio limited when horse carriages can operate in hot weather — six years after pledging to rid the city of the industry entirely. Hizzoner signed a package of legislation addressing animal welfare issues on Monday,... Read More

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